I am a seasoned music professional with over a decade of experience shaping music programs at the intersection of production, performance, and business. I have built and led cross-functional teams, curated repertoires, and designed guest-focused music experiences for large live events, studios, and tours. I am excited about the opportunity to design and lead Carnival's world-class music portfolio at scale while maintaining operational excellence across a global fleet. My background blends artistry with financial discipline—managing budgets, negotiating with vendors, overseeing licensing and royalties, and using data to refine guest experience strategies. I am committed to diversity and inclusion in programming and to mentoring talent through structured growth paths. Based in Florida, I am ready to collaborate across functions and travel as needed to support Carnival’s ongoing innovation and growth.

Jeremy A. Smith

I am a seasoned music professional with over a decade of experience shaping music programs at the intersection of production, performance, and business. I have built and led cross-functional teams, curated repertoires, and designed guest-focused music experiences for large live events, studios, and tours. I am excited about the opportunity to design and lead Carnival's world-class music portfolio at scale while maintaining operational excellence across a global fleet. My background blends artistry with financial discipline—managing budgets, negotiating with vendors, overseeing licensing and royalties, and using data to refine guest experience strategies. I am committed to diversity and inclusion in programming and to mentoring talent through structured growth paths. Based in Florida, I am ready to collaborate across functions and travel as needed to support Carnival’s ongoing innovation and growth.

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I am a seasoned music professional with over a decade of experience shaping music programs at the intersection of production, performance, and business. I have built and led cross-functional teams, curated repertoires, and designed guest-focused music experiences for large live events, studios, and tours. I am excited about the opportunity to design and lead Carnival’s world-class music portfolio at scale while maintaining operational excellence across a global fleet.

My background blends artistry with financial discipline—managing budgets, negotiating with vendors, overseeing licensing and royalties, and using data to refine guest experience strategies. I am committed to diversity and inclusion in programming and to mentoring talent through structured growth paths. Based in Florida, I am ready to collaborate across functions and travel as needed to support Carnival’s ongoing innovation and growth.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Music Director & Audio Engineer at Christ Like Ministries Inc.
April 1, 2013 - Present
Directs live services and events as lead keyboardist and FOH engineer; mixes monitors, coaches vocalists, and arranges music sets; manages all live sound equipment and technical setup; introduces backing tracks and digital transitions to elevate the live experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Music Business at Full Sail University
January 1, 2023 - February 1, 2026

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Travel & Hospitality